Shakshuka with Merguez Sausage and Harissa
This Shakshuka with Merguez Sausage and Harissa is a spicy, flavorful twist on the traditional North African dish. Packed with bold spices and hearty sausage, it's a satisfying meal that's perfect for any time of day.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Spoon
- Knife
- Cutting board
Ingredients
- 4 Merguez sausages about 1 pound / 450g
- 2 tbsp olive oil 30ml
- 1 large onion, diced about 1 cup / 150g
- 1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced red bell pepper about 1 cup / 150g
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp harissa paste 30g
- 1 tsp ground cumin 2g
- 1 tsp smoked paprika 2g
- 1/2 tsp ground coriander 1g
- 1 can diced tomatoes 14 oz / 400g
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 large eggs
- Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the Merguez sausages and cook until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 10 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the olive oil, diced onions, and bell peppers. Sauté until the vegetables are soft and the onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic, harissa paste, cumin, smoked paprika, and ground coriander, and cook for an additional 2 minutes to release the flavors.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes with their juices and season with salt and pepper. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Slice the cooked Merguez sausages and add them back into the skillet. Stir to combine.
- Create four wells in the sauce with the back of a spoon. Crack an egg into each well.
- Cover the skillet and cook until the eggs are just set, about 7-10 minutes, depending on your preference for egg doneness.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro or parsley and serve hot.
Notes
Adjust the amount of harissa paste to your preferred spice level.
Serve with crusty bread or warm pita for dipping into the sauce and egg.
If Merguez sausage is not available, substitute with another spicy sausage of your choice and add additional harissa or chili flakes for heat.